2014 Press Releases

12/22/2014 - Free Event at Heritage University to Help Students Receive Money for College

A free event at Heritage University can help lstudents learn how to get thousands of dollars to pay for college. read more ...

12/12/2014 - Pantry of Hope Bringing Holiday Cheer to More Families This Year

Heritage University students will be helping more Yakima Valley families have a happier holiday season this year through its “Pantry of Hope” campaign, now celebrating its fifth year. read more ...

12/9/2014 - Wenatchee Children's Choir Featured in Radio Ad for HU105 Teacher Preparation Program

A talented children’s choir from Wenatchee is helping to promote the State’s most innovative teacher preparation program run by Heritage University and Educational Service District (ESD) 105 in Yakima. read more ...

Heritage University is joining Washington Governor Jay Inslee in observing his proclamation of December 8-14, 2014 as “Computer Science Education Week,” by celebrating its cutting-edge computer science program offerings. read more ...

Heritage University environmental science major Daylen Isaac was the recipient of a CHS Foundation Special Award for his undergraduate research at the 2014 American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) National Conference in Orlando, FL. read more ...

11/12/2014 - Heritage University to be Featured in Nationally Aired NPR Documentary - Update

AIR DATE CHANGE FROM PREVIOUS PRESS RELEASE
Update: The air date of "The New Face of College" has been changed to Sunday, November 16, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. on KYVT 88.5 FM. read more ...

11/10/2014 - Heritage University Celebrates Spirituality Week

An interactive presentation, a film showing and a prayer service are some of the special events scheduled as Heritage University celebrates "Spirituality Week," November 12-20, 2014. read more ...

Heritage University is celebrating the traditions and culture of Native Americans with Native American Heritage Month, a series of events in November highlighting Native American accomplishments, contributions and talents. read more ...

10/30/2014 - Heritage University Expands Scholarship Program to Include More Students

Heritage University is once again offering scholarships to the valley's brightest students, but this time ten of the best, and possibly more, will win a full tuition scholarship to Heritage. read more ...

Washington State Supreme Court Justice Steven Gonzalez will share his thoughts about social justice and answer questions from faculty and students during a presentation at Heritage University, October 30, 2014. read more ...

10/1/2014 - Plenty of fun activities in store for families at Heritage University this weekend

After a year of construction, Heritage University continues the unveiling of its transformed campus with “Family Fun Day,” a festival featuring arts and crafts, hands-on science activities, and the outdoor showing of “Frozen” this Saturday, October 4. read more ...

9/18/2014 - Heritage Univresity to be featured in nationally aired NPR documentary

Heritage University is one of three U.S. colleges selected to be profiled in a National Public Radio documentary titled “The New Face of College.” read more ...

Heritage University will be center stage on September 13 for a music festival for area high school and college students. read more ...

9/9/2014 - Dean of WSU College of Nursing to Speak at Heritage University

Patricia Butterfield, PhD, RN, FAAN Dean and Professor at WSU College of Nursing, will deliver the keynote address during Heritage University's annual Fall Convocation on September 18. read more ...

9/9/2014 - Fiction Writer to Lecture at Heritage University

Local author and Heritage University alumna Susan La Riviere will be speaking at the University on Thursday, September 11, at 11:00 a.m. in the Dining Commons Conference Center. read more ...

9/2/2014 - Heritage University Celebrates with a Live Cooking Show and Local Cultural Performances

A cooking show and cultural performances by Native American and Mexican American artists are on tap for a community appreciation event on the Heritage University grounds on Saturday, September 6. read more ...

After a year of construction, Heritage University is unveiling its transformed campus in a big way. Over the next seven weeks the University is hosting HeritageFest, a series of celebrations and cultural events for the entire family. read more ...

8/28/2014 - Heritage University Celebrates Expanded Campus with Dedication of New Buildings

A Nobel Prize winner is among 19 new full-time faculty additions this fall at Heritage University, a new record for the higher learning institution. read more ...

8/25/2014 - Nobel Prize Winner among record numbwe of new faculty at Heritage University

A Nobel Prize winner is among 19 new full-time faculty additions this fall at Heritage University, a new record for the higher learning institution. read more ...

8/5/2014 - Expert on Servant Leadership to Give Lecture at Heritage University

Nineteen college and high school students are embarking on a 1,500 mile journey through tribal lands in Washington and Oregon this summer. read more ...

Nineteen college and high school students are embarking on a 1,500 mile journey through tribal lands in Washington and Oregon this summer. read more ...

7/1/2014 - Heritage University and Partners win $50,000 State Grant

Heritage University will host a July 8 workshop which will inform Spanish-speaking farmworkers in the Yakima Valley, about viruses and other associated diseases that threaten wine grapes. read more ...

7/1/2014 - Heritage University Board of Directors Extends Presidents Contract Five Years

Heritage University will host a July 8 workshop which will inform Spanish-speaking farmworkers in the Yakima Valley, about viruses and other associated diseases that threaten wine grapes. read more ...

Heritage University will host a July 8 workshop which will inform Spanish-speaking farmworkers in the Yakima Valley, about viruses and other associated diseases that threaten wine grapes. read more ...

About 60 Yakima Valley middle school students will visit the Yakama Nation Prosser Hatchery this Thursday, June 26 to learn how tribal efforts to restore fish populations in the Yakama River are creating environmental and economic benefits for the community. read more ...

6/17/2014 - Heritage University Announces Spring 2014 Dean's List

The following are students in your region who earned a place on the Heritage University Dean's List for spring 2014 semester. read more ...

5/19/2014 - Administrators Take on New Challenges to Strengthen Heritage University

Heritage University President John Bassett announced Wednesday several changes in the University administration to make Heritage strong. read more ...

5/16/2014 - Heritag University President Testifies Before U.S. Senate Committee

Heritage University President Dr. John Bassett testified before a senate committee in our Nation’s capital this week, to strengthen support for minority serving institutions, including Heritage. read more ...

5/12/2014 - Heritage University Event to Show Middle School Girls the Benefits of Careers in Science

More than 200 middle school girls will gather at Heritage University Saturday, May 17 for a day filled with science and fun. read more ...

Heritage University’s English Language Learner Academy & Institute (ELLA/ELLI) professional development model, which was recently named a finalist in the inaugural “Road Map Project Awards” for its work to eliminate learning gaps for students in south King County and south Seattle, has been chosen to prepare 100 educators in western Washington to serve English Language Learners (ELLs). read more ...

Heritage University will host Mimi Gardner Gates as commencement speaker during its 32nd commencement exercise Saturday, May 10 at 10:00 a.m. at the Yakima Valley Sundome. read more ...

4/22/2014 - Heritage University Professor Implores Org. of American States to Save Indigenous People

Heritage University assistant sociology Professor Sarah Augustine recently presented to the Organization of American States (OAS) her case for regulating illegal mining in the country of Suriname, an industry she has documented proof of causation in the decimation of the indigenous Wayana peoples through pollution and disruption of livelihood. read more ...

4/16/2014 - Dr. Caryl McFarlane to Speak at Heritage University Event

Dr. Caryl McFarlane to Speak at Heritage University Event read more ...

Today Heritage University announced the seven winners of the HU Soar Scholarships. read more ...

4/3/2014 - Heritage University Finished in Top Four at National Enactus Competition

Heritage University students finished in 3rd place in a competition against 225 colleges and universities from across the country in the national Enactus USA Expo being held in Cincinnati, Ohio. read more ...

Heritage University’s efforts to improve health care in the Yakima Valley took a big step today, as Heritage President Dr. John Bassett announced that the new Physician Assistant Educational program at Heritage received provisional accreditation from the physician assistant (PA) profession’s national accrediting body, the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA). read more ...

3/25/2014 - Heritage University Hosts Expeditionary Artists Workshop

Maria Coryell-Martin, an artist who travels on scientific expeditions to capture scenes from polar and glaciated regions of the world, will present her work during lectures and drawing workshops at Heritage University March 26-27, 2014. read more ...

Heritage University's English Language Learner Academy & Institute (ELLA/ELLI) professional development model was named a finalist in the inaugural Road Map Project Awards for its work to increase equity and eliminate opportunity gaps for students in South King County and South Seattle. read more ...

2/25/2014 - Unique Team-Based Teacher Program Expanding to the Tri-Cities

One of the most innovative teacher preparation programs in the entire country is expanding into the Tri-Cities area. read more ...

2/18/2014 - Deadline to Apply for New Scholarships at Heritage University is Fast Approaching

There's now less than two weeks left for the valley's brightest students to apply for one of seven new scholarships at Heritage University. read more ...

2/13/2014-Heritage University Alumnus Recognized as One of Nation's Top Educators by NEA Foundation

A Heritage Univeristy alumnus and teacher from the Tri-Cities, WA was recognized by the National Educational Association (NEA) Foundation as one of the nation's top educators during its annual gala in our nation's capital over the weekend. read more ...

The Act Six Leadership and Scholarship Initiative has announced that nine emerging community leaders across the Yakia Valley have won full-tuition four-year scholarships to Heritage University. read more ...

1/16/2014 - Heritage University Staff, Students and Guests to Pay Tribute to Civil Rights Hero

Heritage University faculty, staff and students are honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., at a celebration on Thursday, January 23 on the Toppenish campus. read more ...

1/16/2014 - Heritage University Announces Fall 2013 Dean's List

The following are students in your region who earned a place on the Heritage University Dean's List for the fall 2013 semester. read more ...

1/8/2014 - Free Event at Heritage University Helps Students Get Money for College

A free event at Heritage University Helps Students Get Money for college. read more ...

Heritage University's efforts to improve health care in the Yakima Valley took a big step today, as Heritage President Dr. John Bassett announced that the new Physician Assistant Educational program at Heritage received provisional accreditation from the physician assistant (PA) profession's national accrediting body, the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA). read more ...

3/25/2014 - Heritage University Hosts Expeditionary Artists Workshop

Maria Coryell-Martin, an artist who travels on scientific expeditions to capture scenes from polar and glaciated regions of the world, will present her work during lectures and drawing workshops at Heritage University March 26-27, 2014. read more ...

Heritage University's English Language Learner Academy & Institute (ELLA?ELLI) professional development model was named a finalist in the inaugural Road Map Project Awards for its work to increase equity and eliminate opportunity gaps for students in South King County and South Seattle. read more ...